Connecticut — Attorney General Tong Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence
Connecticut · Attorney General Tong Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence
Connecticut AG William Tong issued a memorandum explaining how existing Connecticut civil rights, data privacy and security, consumer protection (unfair trade practices), and antitrust laws already apply to AI systems, signaling enforcement priorities.
Technical detail
Connecticut AG William Tong issued a memorandum explaining how existing Connecticut civil rights, data privacy and security, consumer protection (unfair trade practices), and antitrust laws already apply to AI systems, signaling enforcement priorities.
Who is protected: Residents interacting with state government AI systems; public-sector data subjects.
Who must comply: Businesses and organizations using AI in areas such as tenant screening, employment, credit, insurance, and targeted advertising affecting Connecticut residents.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Connecticut |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Status | In effect |
| Protection strength | Limited protection |
| Effective date | 2026-02-25 |
| Citation | Attorney General Tong Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence |
| Topics | government use of AI · automated decision-making · consumer data privacy · AI hiring and employment |
| Last verified | 2026-07-01 |
| Official source | Attorney General Tong Releases Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence | CT Office of the Attorney General ↗ |
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